Wastewater Operator

Agropur, inc.; Le Sueur (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay $23.78

2-2-3 schedule (6:00am–6:00pm)

Two raises in first year totaling $1.0

401(k) with up to 7% match

Paid time off from day 1

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Bonus program

Shoe allowance

Job summary

Agropur in Le Sueur, MN is hiring a Wastewater Operator to manage day-to-day wastewater treatment operations, ensuring compliance with discharge limits and plant safety. The role includes monitoring equipment, collecting samples, maintaining logs, and performing routine maintenance to support continuous plant production.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and may need state certification within a year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certification/Operator Certification required by state, or obtained within one year of hire.
• Basic mechanical competency with standard wastewater equipment, pumps, and automation.

Responsibilities

• Operate the wastewater treatment system to meet discharge limits.
• Control flow using pumps, valves and chemical dosing.
• Monitor control panels and adjust equipment as needed.
• Record meter readings and maintain operation logs.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Sample and analyze wastewater and process data.
• Ensure QA and safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Operational understanding

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Operator Certification

Job description

Job Type: Regular

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

At Agropur, accountability is part of everyday work. We expect everyone to take ownership of challenges and act.

An environment that allows you to focus on what truly matters:

• $23.78/hour
• 6:00am - 6:00pm - 2-2-3 Schedule
• 2 Increases in the first year totaling $1.00
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 7% company match
• Paid Time Off (available on day 1)
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Bonus Program
• Shoe Allowance

We are looking for a Wastewater Operator in Le Sueur, MN.

The Wastewater Treatment Operator I is responsible for the day-to-day operations of wastewater treatment, performing a variety of duties related to the collection, treatment and distribution of water and wastewater.

Your role in achieving results:

• Operate the wastewater treatment system in compliance with organization discharge limits.
• Operate wastewater treatment, sludge processing, and disposal equipment in wastewater treatment plant to control flow and processing of wastewater.
• Monitor control panels and adjust valves manually or by remote control to regulate flow of influent and chemicals.
• Observe variations in operating conditions and interpret metered, gauged readings and test results to determine load requirements.
• Start and stop pumps, engines, and generators to control flow of wastewater through filtering, settling, aeration, and sludge digestion processes.
• Maintain log of operations and record meter and gauge readings.
• Assist with and monitor the load-out of sludges.
• Perform routine inspections of tanks and other associated equipment to ensure mechanical and physical integrity of the system.
• Perform preventative maintenance of wastewater plant equipment and basic troubleshooting of maintenance/electrical issues.
• Perform wastewater plant sampling of processes, and complete analysis of samples.
• Perform monitoring of wastewater plant processes and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform sampling, filtration, and preservation of monitoring wells. May conduct tests, such as pH, turbidity and chemical concentrations (bench testing).
• Perform wetland volume remaining inspections and accurately document findings.
• May operate and maintain power generating equipment to provide air and electricity for plant.
• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.
  

What we are looking for to deliver these results:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic mechanical competency with standard wastewater equipment to include, pumps, and automation required.
• Wastewater Operator Certification required by state agency or obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.